U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Physician - Urologist
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Summary The Division of Urology at the VA Boston Healthcare System (VABHCS) is seeking an academic staff urologist with expertise in Endourology, including benign prostatic hyperplasia and stone disease. Candidates must have an outstanding academic record with evidence of teaching, research, and publications in Urology. Prior leadership experience is beneficial. This position will be largely in the realm of Endourology but will also allow for expansion and growth of other areas of Urology, including minimally invasive surgery via laparoscopic/robotic approaches, as well as leadership advancement. General Urology coverage and call will round out the clinical exposure. Qualifications Board Eligibility in Urology is required. Fellowship training in Endourology with experience in minimally invasive and robotic surgery is desirable, but not essential. General urologists with interest in endourology are encouraged to apply. Candidates should be available to start clinical practice in 2025-2026. Candidates are expected to have credentials sufficient to be appointed at Harvard Medical School (HMS) or Boston University (BUSM) School of Medicine. Faculty appointments are made by the respective medical school's appointments and promotions committee and not the VA Boston Healthcare System. Additional requirements include board eligibility in Urology and the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses and appointments at HMS or BUSM. Responsibilities The position is primarily in Endourology but may involve other areas of Urology, including minimally invasive and robotic surgery, and offers opportunities for leadership advancement. Responsibilities include teaching, clinical practice, and contributions to research and scholarly activity. General Urology coverage and on-call duties are included to round out clinical exposure. Education and credentials The education and credential requirements include a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from an accredited school, a current full and unrestricted medical license in a U.S. state or territory, and completion of approved residency training. VA expects possible appointments at HMS or BUSM and adherence to their appointment processes. Recruitment and benefits The VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package including a competitive salary, annual performance bonus, paid time off, retirement benefits, and health insurance. Specific benefit details are provided upon appointment. Requirements and conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited according to VA policy) Background/security investigation Subject to urinalysis prior to appointment for certain positions Selective Service Registration for males born after 12/31/1959 Proficiency in written and spoken English Pre-employment physical examination Onboarding requirements and acceptable forms of identification (I-9) Seasonal influenza vaccination requirement for all VA Health Care Personnel Complete all required documents and requirements in the Required Documents section Probationary period As a condition of employment, there is a 2-year probationary period during which performance and conduct are evaluated to determine continued employment in the public interest. Termination may occur if criteria are not met. Note The 2-page resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series; CVs are required and accepted. Additional information This job opportunity may be used to fill additional vacancies. The VA is committed to equal opportunity employment and to hiring qualified applicants without discrimination. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Summary The Division of Urology at the VA Boston Healthcare System (VABHCS) is seeking an academic staff urologist with expertise in Endourology, including benign prostatic hyperplasia and stone disease. Candidates must have an outstanding academic record with evidence of teaching, research, and publications in Urology. Prior leadership experience is beneficial. This position will be largely in the realm of Endourology but will also allow for expansion and growth of other areas of Urology, including minimally invasive surgery via laparoscopic/robotic approaches, as well as leadership advancement. General Urology coverage and call will round out the clinical exposure. Qualifications Board Eligibility in Urology is required. Fellowship training in Endourology with experience in minimally invasive and robotic surgery is desirable, but not essential. General urologists with interest in endourology are encouraged to apply. Candidates should be available to start clinical practice in 2025-2026. Candidates are expected to have credentials sufficient to be appointed at Harvard Medical School (HMS) or Boston University (BUSM) School of Medicine. Faculty appointments are made by the respective medical school's appointments and promotions committee and not the VA Boston Healthcare System. Additional requirements include board eligibility in Urology and the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses and appointments at HMS or BUSM. Responsibilities The position is primarily in Endourology but may involve other areas of Urology, including minimally invasive and robotic surgery, and offers opportunities for leadership advancement. Responsibilities include teaching, clinical practice, and contributions to research and scholarly activity. General Urology coverage and on-call duties are included to round out clinical exposure. Education and credentials The education and credential requirements include a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from an accredited school, a current full and unrestricted medical license in a U.S. state or territory, and completion of approved residency training. VA expects possible appointments at HMS or BUSM and adherence to their appointment processes. Recruitment and benefits The VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package including a competitive salary, annual performance bonus, paid time off, retirement benefits, and health insurance. Specific benefit details are provided upon appointment. Requirements and conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited according to VA policy) Background/security investigation Subject to urinalysis prior to appointment for certain positions Selective Service Registration for males born after 12/31/1959 Proficiency in written and spoken English Pre-employment physical examination Onboarding requirements and acceptable forms of identification (I-9) Seasonal influenza vaccination requirement for all VA Health Care Personnel Complete all required documents and requirements in the Required Documents section Probationary period As a condition of employment, there is a 2-year probationary period during which performance and conduct are evaluated to determine continued employment in the public interest. Termination may occur if criteria are not met. Note The 2-page resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series; CVs are required and accepted. Additional information This job opportunity may be used to fill additional vacancies. The VA is committed to equal opportunity employment and to hiring qualified applicants without discrimination. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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